Child Nutrition assists school districts and other institutions in providing quality nutrition programs that promote life-long healthful living while providing nutritious meals each day that prepare children for learning. Our Review of Washington State Child Nutrition Programs Guide gives an overview of the programs offered and the number of children served in Washington.

If you would like additional information about operating Child Nutrition Programs during unanticipated closures, please visit COVID-19 Nutrition & Meals Guidance web page.

School Meal Programs

Child and Adult Care Food Program

Program information for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The CACFP provides federal funds to nonresidential child care and adult care facilities to serve nutritious meals and snacks while participants and in care. Funds received are meant to enhance current food service operations. 

Summer Food Service Program

Program information for the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Summer meal programs help children get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months.

Food Distribution Program

Program information on operating the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Distribution or USDA Foods Program. 

Other Program Information

Procurement

Purchasing information and regulations for those operating Child Nutrition Programs.

Farm to Child Nutrition Programs

Farm to Child Nutrition Programs enriches community connections with fresh, healthy food and local food producers by changing food purchasing and education practices.

Food Service Management Companies

Details and requirements for Child Nutrition Program operators working with Food Service Management Companies.

Claims, Fiscal Information, and Resources

Information on claiming and reimbursement rates in Child Nutrition Programs.

Washington Integrated Nutrition System (WINS)

Child Nutrition Program Reports

Child Nutrition Grants

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.